Does your dog play catch-me-if-you-can? Chase games are fun, but this one will make it easier to catch your dog at the park.
This game is a fun way to train your dog to hold still when you approach. The idea is to teach them to anticipate a fun run in the direction you’re coming from, versus away from you. First teach your dog a stand-stay with positive reinforcement (see our awesome friend Emily Larlham on the kikopup channel on YouTube and/or attend an Ahimsa class). After this, you’ll want to rehearse in a variety of ways – approach with leash/collar, different speeds, etc. other ideas for helping this problem: teaching a strong recall, targeting your empty hand or the leash with their nose for treats/toys, etc. When in doubt, use more treats!
Direct link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICCJDoHij1c
Written by Grisha Stewart, Ahimsa Dog Training, Seattle Tweet This Post!